Sewer Line Repair & Replacement in Atlanta

The process always starts with a diagnosis. Anytime Plumbing Atlanta pulls a camera inspection, records the video, and shows you what's broken and where. From that video, we measure the damaged section, identify the pipe material, and recommend a repair method. You get a written scope with a fixed price before we break ground.

If the damage is a small isolated break and the rest of the line is good, spot repair is fastest and cheapest: we dig to the bad section, remove it, and install new PVC. If roots or a belly affect a longer section but the line isn't completely collapsed, trenchless repair may work. CIPP lines the inside with hardened resin; pipe bursting pulls a new line through and fractures the old one outward. Both avoid digging your driveway or large areas of your yard.

If the line is severely collapsed, has multiple breaks, or is ancient Orangeburg, full replacement is often the only answer. We excavate along the line, pull out the old pipe, lay new PVC, and backfill. The city building department inspects the new connection, and your sewer is restored. Permit fees, inspection, and any surface restoration (seeding, gravel, or topsoil) are included in the scope; major driveway or landscaping work is separate.

After the repair, your drains should flow normally and sewage should stop backing up. A camera follow-up can confirm the line is clear. Most new sewer lines and CIPP repairs are warrantied; ask Anytime Plumbing Atlanta about what's covered. You'll also want a final city inspection certificate for your records and your eventual resale.

Trenchless repair works well if the damage is moderate—a short root intrusion, a hairline crack, or a minor belly—and the line isn't completely blocked. CIPP works on short sections (typically under 100 feet) and costs less than full replacement but more than a spot fix. Pipe bursting works on longer runs and under obstacles like driveways. Both methods take one to two days, keep your yard intact, and avoid the cost of surface restoration. The trade-off: trenchless can't always be done if the line is too badly collapsed or has multiple disconnected breaks.

Excavation and replacement is the traditional method and the only option when trenchless won't work. It's more disruptive—your yard or driveway must be dug up—but it gives you a fresh line with a full 50+ year lifespan and a clear view of what was wrong. Excavation takes longer (three to five days for a long line) and costs more upfront, but if the line is ancient and failing in multiple places, it's cheaper than repeated trenchless repairs. Anytime Plumbing Atlanta will recommend the right method after the camera inspection. Never assume trenchless will work; always confirm with video evidence first.

Access matters too. If your sewer line runs under a street, the city may own part of it and require their contractor. If it's entirely on your property, Anytime Plumbing Atlanta can work from your yard or a small driveway cut. Large trees, pools, or structures directly over the line narrow your repair options. The camera inspection reveals these obstacles, and the written scope spells out the method and why it was chosen. Ask questions if you don't understand why excavation is needed instead of trenchless—a professional should explain it clearly.